Kid Definition & Meaning

kid
noun
  1. a young person of either sex; "she writes books for children"; "they're just kids"; "`tiddler' is a British term for youngster"
  2. soft smooth leather from the hide of a young goat; "kid gloves"
  3. English dramatist (1558-1594)
  4. a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age; "they had three children"; "they were able to send their kids to college"
  5. young goat
verb
  1. tell false information to for fun; "Are you pulling my leg?"
  2. be silly or tease one another; "After we relaxed, we just kidded around"

"Kid" in song lyrics

See how kid is used in real songs:

  • "Predict this, quicker than Father Time did, kid"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Molly-Q — Freestyle
  • "I knock ya hustle down kid"
    (1st Infantry f/) Mobb Deep — Backwards
  • "The Jungle Kid"
    3rd Bass — Product of the Environment (Remix)

Words that rhyme with kid

Usage tips for "kid"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "kid" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for kid to find words that pair well.

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